An extraordinary full council meeting of Chard Town Council on 12 October 2026 considered the future of The Hive, a youth club operating at the Young People’s Centre, in relation to its Service Level Agreement (SLA) with the council.
The public gallery was filled with residents, many of whom spoke in support of The Hive. Following public questions and statements, the council entered exempt business to finalise its deliberations. Councillor Tricia O’Brien, the Chairman, thanked attendees for their participation.
The debate highlighted the significance of providing a safe, informal space for young people in Chard. The council unanimously agreed to withdraw the motion to immediately freeze the Town Council’s funding for The Hive. Consequently, earmarking those funds was deemed unnecessary.
Furthermore, the council resolved that the Town Clerk will collaborate with The Hive to conduct a review of the club's adherence to the SLA.
